Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review

The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 currently has an Informr score of 8.2 out of 10.
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Windows

Operating system

Operating system

Windows

Unknown

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12.3"

Screen Size

Screen Size

12.3"

8+ MP

Camera

Camera

8+ MP

Unknown

Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

The Surface Pro 6 is the most refined product of Microsoft's vision for the future of portable computing. By correcting a few small flaws, the Surface could be the perfect Windows machine.

- Jonathan Lamont, Mobile Syrup

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 6 is a light and portable 2-in-1 with a decent display that’s ideal for work and streaming.

- Thomas Newton, TrustedReviews

Microsoft’s 2018 Surface Pro is still one of the best Windows tablets available: excellent quality, excellent display, good cameras, enjoyable input devices (even though Type Cover and Pen are optional and have to be purchased separately), and a very good microphone. However, it is still not the bes...

While the Pro 6 offers roughly the same impressive benchmarks as other eighth-generation Core i5 devices, including convertibles and ultralight laptops, it shines the brightest in the realm of battery life.

Still one of the best Windows tablets available

Microsoft’s 2018 Surface Pro is still one of the best Windows tablets available: excellent quality, excellent display, good cameras, enjoyable input devices (even though Type Cover and Pen are optional and have to be purchased separately), and a very good microphone. However, it is still not the best of its class in every single category.

Microsoft’s 2018 Surface Pro is still one of the best Windows tablets available: excellent quality, excellent display, good cameras, enjoyable input devices (even though Type Cover and Pen are optional and have to be purchased separately), and a very good microphone. However, it is still not the best of its class in every single category.

Solid performance and good usability

While the Pro 6 offers roughly the same impressive benchmarks as other eighth-generation Core i5 devices, including convertibles and ultralight laptops, it shines the brightest in the realm of battery life.

While the Pro 6 offers roughly the same impressive benchmarks as other eighth-generation Core i5 devices, including convertibles and ultralight laptops, it shines the brightest in the realm of battery life.

Still one of the best Windows tablets around

With an upgrade to the latest 8th-gen Intel processors, all Surface Pro 6 models get a decent performance boost but it’s hard to find any other changes from the previous two generations. That’s not a bad thing – unless you need a USB-C port – and it’s still a good buy if you’re after a Windows 10 tablet that also works as a laptop.

With an upgrade to the latest 8th-gen Intel processors, all Surface Pro 6 models get a decent performance boost but it’s hard to find any other changes from the previous two generations. That’s not a bad thing – unless you need a USB-C port – and it’s still a good buy if you’re after a Windows 10 tablet that also works as a laptop.

A capable machine for a great price, but it's missing a single feature that's a deal breaker

Unfortunately, I do not recommend the Surface Pro 6, and it's all because of the lack of USB-C/Thunderbolt 3. If you truly, truly don't care, then sure, the Surface Pro 6 is a great, capable machine. Just don't complain if you ever want to get a USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 accessory down the line.

Unfortunately, I do not recommend the Surface Pro 6, and it's all because of the lack of USB-C/Thunderbolt 3. If you truly, truly don't care, then sure, the Surface Pro 6 is a great, capable machine. Just don't complain if you ever want to get a USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 accessory down the line.

The best one yet, but only just

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 6 is faster, longer lasting and now comes in a sleek, new black shell but … that’s about it. This is no doubt a better product than last year, but it might not be the generational leap some were hoping for. If you already own a Surface Pro 2017, this upgrade isn’t...More

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 6 is faster, longer lasting and now comes in a sleek, new black shell but … that’s about it. This is no doubt a better product than last year, but it might not be the generational leap some were hoping for. If you already own a Surface Pro 2017, this upgrade isn’t worth the cost. Otherwise, it’s the best Windows tablet money can buy.

Class-leader isn't without quirks

The sixth-gen Pro is the best to date thanks largely to improved battery life. However, the familiar form factor, bezels that are larger than competitors' equivalents, and lack of USB-C port feels like this Surface is holding back from what's around the corner.

The sixth-gen Pro is the best to date thanks largely to improved battery life. However, the familiar form factor, bezels that are larger than competitors' equivalents, and lack of USB-C port feels like this Surface is holding back from what's around the corner.

Hybrid sequel is just as good – and pricey – as ever

For those in search of a 2-in-1 laptop that’s both stylish and speedy, the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is a safe bet. It’s darn pricey, though, and the fact that it doesn’t come with a Type Cover bundled in is nothing short of a travesty.

For those in search of a 2-in-1 laptop that’s both stylish and speedy, the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is a safe bet. It’s darn pricey, though, and the fact that it doesn’t come with a Type Cover bundled in is nothing short of a travesty.

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